At Pasadena Presbyterian Church, we aim to be a "sacred space for the city," and for that reason, we desire to learn about opportunities for service in Pasadena and to support and celebrate what non-profits, ministries, and charities are doing right in our midst.
And so. . . this week we honor the Pasadena Bad Weather Shelter.
The Pasadena Bad Weather Shelter is a ministry of the Ecumenical Council/Friends in Deed, an organization that seeks to improve the lives of those who are experiencing homelessness, hunger, and poverty in our city. The Bad Weather Shelter provides a warm place to stay the night along with an evening meal.
The Bad Weather Shelter is open every night during January and February. This year, families are registering and eating meals at Pasadena Covenant Church, and from there, they are transported to Altadena Community Church or Messiah Lutheran Church to stay the night, depending on the particular night of the week. We are grateful for all three houses of worship that are providing their space to meet the needs of others.
In addition to daily openings in January and February, the Bad Weather Shelter is activated on other evenings as well. When the temperature is 40 or below or if there is a 40% chance of rain overnight, the shelter is additionally opened on evenings from the day after Thanksgiving to the end of December and from March 1 through March 15.
All individuals and families facing homelessness are welcome. There is no discrimination based upon race, sexual orientation, gender, ancestry, national origin, legal status, or disabilities.
If you are curious to know if the shelter is open during the weather active season, you can call the Hotline at 1-888-915-8111. Again, the shelter is open every night in January and February. For all other questions, please call 626-797-2402.
Pasadena Presbyterian Church is serving at the Pasadena Bad Weather Shelter this evening! We'll set up cots and serve a meal. All are invited to participate. Hope to see you there!
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